Head to head
Brian James A-Max 305 vs M-Tec 10ft x 5ft6 Tipping Trailer
The M-Tec 10ft x 5ft6 Tipping Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 485kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft6 Tipping Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft6 Tipping Trailer carries 485kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A-Max 305 | M-Tec 10ft x 5ft6 Tipping Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2035kg | 2520kg |
| Internal bed | 4.3m x 1.96m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 980kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.1m |
| Internal width | - | 1.67m |
Sources: Brian James A-Max 305, M-Tec 10ft x 5ft6 Tipping Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A-Max 305 if...
Suits owners of larger saloons or estate cars who have outgrown the shorter A-Max 210 but do not need a full car-transporter range trailer. The extra bed length and payload give more margin for a heavier road car.
Listed by
- A47 Barwell Trailers Sales Hire Service Ltd - Leicester, Barwell
Buy or hire the 10ft x 5ft6 Tipping Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 485kg more
A larger hydraulic tipping trailer for farmers and contractors handling bigger loads of aggregate, feed or muck than the 8x5 tipper allows, while still being towable behind a farm tractor or pickup.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A-Max 305 and the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft6 Tipping Trailer?
The M-Tec 10ft x 5ft6 Tipping Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 485kg more. The Brian James A-Max 305 is a a longer, higher-capacity version of the A-Max flatbed car trailer; the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft6 Tipping Trailer is a 10ft x 5ft6 tipping trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James A-Max 305 or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft6 Tipping Trailer?
The M-Tec 10ft x 5ft6 Tipping Trailer, by 485kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A-Max 305 or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft6 Tipping Trailer on a car licence?
Yes, as far as the licence goes. Both are rated at or under 3,500kg gross, and a car (B) licence has covered towing up to 3,500kg since 16 December 2021. Your car still has to be rated to tow the loaded weight - check the handbook or the VIN plate.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.